Millie Bobby Brown recently shared details about the professional boundaries Henry Cavill set while they collaborated on the Enola Holmes films, highlighting his “very strict” approach. The Stranger Things star, who is 22, and the 42-year-old Man of Steel actor appeared together in Netflix’s Enola Holmes (2020) and its sequel, with Cavill emphasizing a clear line between personal and professional interactions on set.
Contrast Between On-Set Relationships
In a 2022 interview with Deadline, Brown contrasted her connection with Cavill to the more casual, sibling-like dynamic she shares with her Stranger Things co-stars. Meeting Noah Schnapp and Charlie Heaton at the age of 10 created a bond that felt like friendship with schoolmates. In comparison, her relationship with Cavill carries a more mature and respectful tone.
“It’s different because I grew up with Noah [Schnapp] and Charlie [Heaton]. I met them when I was 10,”
Brown said.
“So, for me, it does feel like your schoolmates. With Henry, it feels like a real adult relationship. Like a really good friendship, a really healthy one.”
—Millie Bobby Brown
Firm Boundaries Respectfully Maintained
Brown explained that Cavill maintained clear limits regarding personal topics, which she respected. She noted his humorous but firm instructions not to pry into his private life, creating a professional atmosphere during filming. This contrasted with her experiences on Stranger Things, where there are “no boundaries” because of their sibling-like closeness.
“I know Henry. He has terms and conditions with me.
“I’m not allowed to ask about his personal life. It’s like, ‘Millie, shut up. No.’ And I’m like, ‘Understood.’ Whereas with the Stranger Things kids, it’s different.
There’s no boundaries because it’s like we’re all siblings. But with Henry, he’s very strict with me, which I appreciate.”
—Millie Bobby Brown
Enola Holmes as a Major Career Milestone
Brown also spoke about the significance of the Enola Holmes projects in her career, describing the movies as pivotal and praising director Harry Bradbeer for his precise approach. She emphasized how his meticulous guidance enhances the immersive experience of the films and supports actors in delivering strong performances.
“Everyone on set knows Harry and his way and his spirit. The dedication to the film is unlike all of us put together. So yes, it does come down to performance, but it also very much comes down to directing and being able to have a connection with your director,”
she explained.
“It’s a dream come true. As for me, I learned many things, because I’m an upcoming young woman, and that is a real learning curve for me. This is a very big pivotal moment within my career and my life. This is the first role I’ve really led.”
—Millie Bobby Brown
Upcoming Return of the Enola Holmes Franchise
The third installment of the Enola Holmes series, titled Enola Holmes 3, is scheduled for release later this year. Millie Bobby Brown will reprise her role as Enola, with Henry Cavill returning as Sherlock Holmes. They will be joined again by Louis Partridge as Tewkesbury and Helena Bonham Carter as Eudoria.
Philip Barantini, known for his work on Boiling Point and Adolescence, will direct the next chapter in the franchise, which continues to combine elements of mystery and crime drama. The continuation of this series promises further growth for Brown as a leading actress and deepens the professional collaborations established in earlier films.
